Buffy Kaufman

As a watercolor pour artist, my work embraces spontaneity and abstraction, often incorporating mixed media to deepen the expression. Inspired by the natural world, there’s a strong pull to wander God’s creation—whether painting en plein air or capturing photographs for studio reference. Stylized colors blend together to create pieces that reflect this deep connection to nature.

I’m thankful to be a Daniel Smith Brand Ambassador and a Signature Member of the Louisiana Watercolor Society, Women in Watercolor, and the Northwest Watercolor Society.

Much of my work is inspired by time spent in nature, where I feel closest to God—Through abstract forms and poured washes, I try to echo that sense of peace and presence.

Mostly self-taught, my journey has been fueled by exploration. Art feels meant to be shared, which is why teaching has always been close to my heart. For over eight years, I taught art to at-risk youth and children's classes before shifting to adult workshops in 2019. I love turning my own studies and experiments into lessons that encourage freedom and joy in watercolor.

2025 Southwest Artistry Exhibition | Fallbrook Center for the Arts
2025 Northwest Watercolor Society 85th Annual International Open Exhibit
2025 6th Annual Women in Watercolor International Competition​
2025 Fabriano Acquarello Exhibition, Fabriano, Italy
2025 Georgia Watercolor Society Member Exhibition
2025 50th Western Federation of Watercolor Societies Exhibition
2024 Northwest Watercolor Society 84th Annual International Open Exhibit
2024 Daniel Smith Brand Ambassador Group Exhibit, San Diego, CA.
2022 Louisiana Watercolor Society 52nd Annual International Exhibition
2022 3rd Annual Women in Watercolor International Competition​
2022 San Diego Watercolor Society's Spring, Summer, & Winter Triennial Exhibition
2021 Louisiana Watercolor Society 51st Annual International Exhibition​
2021 San Diego Watercolor Society 41st International Exhibition ​​​
2020 Louisiana Watercolor Society 50th Annual International Exhibition